Phoenix Teaching Fellows sponsors a letter writing contest for Fellows' students. Learn why education and good teachers are important as the students in Ms. Fishers class work on their letters. Watch it here. 

Phoenix Teaching Fellows is highlighted for providing high-needs schools in Phoenix with high quality, effective teachers. Watch it here.

Channel know99 interviews current Phoenix Teaching Fellows and program leaders, and provides a look into Jaime Calvillo's 4th grade classroom at Brooks Academy in the Roosevelt School District in Phoenix with commentary from her students. Watch it here.

Local television station visits a Fellow's classroom in celebration of Phoenix Teaching Fellows Week. NBC Channel 12 Arizona Midday host Destry Jetton visits Phoenix Teaching Fellows Catherine Russillo's 1st grade classroom at William R. Sullivan School in Phoenix, AZ, on Thursday, September 18 to show her support for the Teaching Fellows program. Watch it here.

Phoenix Teaching Fellow featured on Phoenix's evening news in celebration of Phoenix Teaching Fellows Week. KPHO CBS 5 Emmy-award winning newsanchor Catherine Anaya visits Phoenix Teaching Fellow Shanel Fisher's 5th grade classroom at Mary McLeod Bethune School in Phoenix, AZ on Monday, September 15. Watch it here.

Beyond the Arc: KJ Continues Assisting in Phoenix by launching Phoenix Teaching Fellows Week. "This is a unique opportunity for our community’s most talented and dedicated citizens to become heroes for countless Phoenix students," said Johnson. Read more here and check out photos from the event here.

NBA All-Star Kevin Johnson Kicks-off Phoenix Teaching Fellows Week, September 15-19, 2008, "Teachers are my heroes," says Johnson. Read about Phoenix Teaching Fellows Week here, and read the press release here.

Channel know99 interviews current Phoenix Teaching Fellows and program leaders, with highlights from 2008 Summer Institute Opening Ceremonies and Student Achievement Framework Sessions. Watch it here.

Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon calls on Phoenix residents to give back to their communities by joining Phoenix Teaching Fellows. “The placement of one quality teacher can impact the lives of hundreds of children.  This program will help us reduce the achievement gap and increase student achievement across the board,” said Gordon. Read the press release and Mayor Gordon's Letter to the Community.

Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon Urges Residents to Join Intensive Teacher Recruitment Initiative. "The placement of one quality teacher can impact the lives of hundreds of children. This program will help us reduce the achievement gap and increase student achievement across the board," said Gordon. Read more here and here (in espanol).

Looking for a few good teachers. "We're looking for a really strong cohort of determined individuals, and hopefully that will translate to student achievement in the classroom." Read more here.

Kevin Johnson, former NBA All-Star and Phoenix Suns point guard, has announced his support of Phoenix Teaching Fellows. “Teachers are our children’s true heroes – more than any sports star they may see on television.  High quality teachers in Phoenix make all the difference with regards to student achievement, and I am happy to see this program helping to fill this critical need for a city I know and love.” Read more here.

Ms. Myriam Roa, CEO of Phoenix Elementary School District #1, "We are excited to launch the Phoenix Teaching Fellows program “to ensure we recruit and hire the highest quality teachers for our students.  In Phoenix Elementary District #1, we believe socio-economic factors do not affect the ability of a child to learn, nor will such factors impact our exemplary teaching efforts.  Therefore, we welcome teachers who share our beliefs and are dedicated to exemplary teaching."  

Dr. Paul Mohr, Superintendent of Murphy School District#21, “Murphy School District is eager to welcome these high-achieving, motivated individuals to our community. They will join the ranks of our dedicated teachers and staff, working diligently to provide all children with outstanding teaching and learning.”

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